DTF ink on flags

Part 1: Outline

• A robust flatbed or roll-to-roll printer configured for DTF Inks
• CMYK (plus white) specialty inks
• Transfer film with a protective release liner
• Adhesive powder that sticks to the ink when cured
• A heat press or conveyor oven for the transfer step
• Software for color management, rasterization, and print adjustment This setup is purpose-built for efficiency and repeatability, which is exactly what flag production demands.

• Use fabrics suited for DTF to improve adhesion and flexibility
• Calibrate curing temperatures and times for your material
• Maintain clean film and powder handling to prevent surface contaminants
• Run small test prints before large batches to catch color and adhesion issues early

DTF transfer film